1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1997 Honda Prelude. (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 450 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (334 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (211 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Prelude | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 1831 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 73 L |
